Scientists often categorize these vital actions into several "life processes" that distinguish living things from non-living matter:
: The internal regulation of a system to maintain a constant, stable state, such as body temperature control.
: The intake and use of nutrients and oxygen to generate energy and support life. Examples at Different Scales biological process
A biological process refers to the series of that occur within living organisms and are vital for life . These processes range from microscopic activities like protein synthesis to the visible growth and reproduction of an entire organism. Core Biological Processes
: The process by which organisms produce new individual offspring. Scientists often categorize these vital actions into several
: The ability to react to external environment changes, such as a plant turning toward the sun.
: Physical displacement, either of the entire organism or of structures within its cells. : Physical displacement, either of the entire organism
: The chemical transformation of energy. It includes anabolism (building up cellular components) and catabolism (breaking down organic matter).